Check Out Philadelphia Events & Festivals near Chester Heights

BBOnline recommends checking out a few Philadelphia events near Chester Heights. There are many exciting festivals offered here throughout the year. Festivals and events in the city encompass a broad range of themes, and there is definitely something for everyone to enjoy. Most events are conveniently located near lodging and are accessible from all major highways. Check out a few BBOnline recommended events during your stay.

If you're looking for some adventure that is near your Chester Heights bed and breakfast, check out the Philadelphia Folk Festival. The festival is held by the Folksong Society, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to maintaining and sharing folk music throughout the community. The event is a three day celebration and a family-oriented event. Every year the event includes a large roster of live musicians and entertainers. There are also many activities for children including a crafts area, storytelling and juggling acts. The Philadelphia Folk Festival Craft Show also takes place during the event featuring handcrafted artwork.

There are many more Philadelphia events near Chester Heights. The Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe are two cultural experiences that take place during the month of September. The events occur simultaneously at different venues throughout the city. Both festivals last a total of 16 days and feature a blend of art, theater, film, dance and improvisation. Performances will feature national, international and regional performers. There is no need to travel far from your Chester Heights inn to enjoy the best in art. Show times for festival events do vary and seating for all live performances is situated on a first come, first serve basis. Ticket prices for the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival are $25 for weeknighst and Sunday events, and $30 for peak performance days and on Saturday evenings.

Visitors looking for free Philadelphia events should check out Taste of Philadelphia. Guests are able to enjoy scrumptious dishes and live demonstrations from local restaurants. In addition to food sampling, the event includes live entertainment from national recording artists and musicians. Taste of Philadelphia is a part of a larger festival called Wawa Welcome America, featuring All-American Fourth of July fun. Participating restaurants have included Dave & Busters, Hard Rock Cafe, Cuba Libre and Karma. Additional attractions include art displays and fireworks.

Another popular event near your Chester Heights lodging is the Philadelphia Wine Festival. The festival takes place in early May and features close to 200 different wine makers. Several local restaurants also participate in the event with their favorite dishes for guests to enjoy. Wine tasting is available along with a silent auction to raise funds for a local charity organization. The event starts at 5 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. Ticket prices for general admission start at $125 and vary depending upon the package selected.